Social network X has announced a pause on its encrypted direct messaging feature to implement necessary improvements. Users can still view existing encrypted messages but are temporarily unable to send new ones. The feature, initially rolled out for verified users in 2023 following Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter, has faced criticism for its limitations, which include the lack of support for group chats, media encryption, and protections against man-in-the-middle attacks. The timeline for when the feature will be restored is currently unspecified.
The encrypted DMs feature on social network X is currently paused as the company seeks to improve its functionality and user experience. Users can access existing messages but cannot send new ones.
Launched under new ownership, the encrypted DMs feature aimed to position X as a competitor to privacy-focused platforms like Signal but has faced significant limitations.
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